Outline Bure 2 is a regular weight, narrow, high contrast, italic, tall x-height font.
Keywords: sports logos, posters, headlines, apparel, packaging, sporty, retro, energetic, dynamic, bold, impact, motion, retro sport, attention, slanted, condensed, inline shadow, double outline, blocky.
A slanted, condensed display face drawn as an outline with a second, offset contour that reads like an inline drop shadow. Letterforms are built from squared, athletic block shapes with subtly rounded corners and occasional angled terminals, keeping a consistent, mechanical rhythm. The stroke treatment is uniform and crisp, with the inner cavity kept open throughout, making counters and apertures feel airy despite the dense, tall proportions. Numerals and capitals follow the same oblique construction and stepped geometry, producing a cohesive, sign-like texture in words.
Best suited for short, bold applications such as sports-themed logos, poster titles, event promotions, and apparel graphics where the slant and shadow can communicate speed and impact. It can also work for packaging or signage when used large enough to preserve the outline structure and contrast between contours.
The overall tone feels sporty and high-energy, echoing vintage athletic lettering, team branding, and arcade-era signage. The shadowed outline adds motion and punch, giving headlines a lively, attention-grabbing presence.
The design appears intended to deliver a fast, athletic display look by combining condensed, oblique block forms with an outline-plus-shadow construction. The goal is likely maximum visual impact and a retro-leaning, energetic identity in headlines rather than quiet, continuous reading.
The offset secondary outline creates a strong directional light/shadow cue that enhances separation on light backgrounds. Because the design relies on contours rather than filled strokes, it reads best at medium to large sizes where the outline detail and internal openings remain clear.